Sycamore Rise is in Cwmbach, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 0JJ is located in the Cwmbach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2011-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sycamore Rise, Cwmbach, Aberdare, CF44 0JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 0JN, CF44 0PD, CF44 0PB, CF44 0JP, CF44 0JL, CF44 0PE, CF44 0PF, CF44 0JG, CF44 0JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF44 0JJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 52.6% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.4% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF44 0JJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.2% | 19.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 62.5% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 18.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 42.6% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 36.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.7% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 7.2% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 18.3% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 5.2% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 17.9% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 19.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 30.2% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 99.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Rise was 47.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.5% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Rise has the 27th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 285th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sycamore Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-06-04 | £413,423 |
| 20 Sycamore Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-07-28 | £533,063 |
| Y Farn Mynydd Sycamore Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2017-12-01 | £462,693 |
| 16 Sycamore Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, a newly built property | £35,000 | 2016-07-01 | £49,354 |
| Plot 4 Sycamore Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, a newly built property | £35,000 | 2016-07-01 | £49,354 |
CF44 0JJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF44 0JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 984 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School Tirfounder Road , Cwmbach CF44 0AT | - not rated | 1,148 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abernant Primary School Richmond Terrace , Abernant CF44 0SF | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass | Asda Stores Ltd, Ffordd Tirwaun | 713 yd | |
| KFC | Ffordd Tirwaun | 845 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 855 yd | |
| Kon's Kaff | 29 Lewis Street | 919 yd | |
| Gateway Church Cymru | 281 Cardiff Road | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ynyscynon Inn | Cwmbach Road | 574 yd | |
| The Queen Victoria Inn | 38 Bridge Road | 723 yd | |
| Tirfounder Fields | Ffordd Tirwaun | 845 yd | |
| The Rock Inn | 168 Cardiff Road | 897 yd | |
| Legion House | 36 Lewis Street | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 845 yd | |
| Oriental House | 170 Cardiff Road | 880 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 6 Lewis Street | 919 yd | |
| The Sun | 29a Lewis Street | 919 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab & Grill House | 34 Lewis Street | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Canal Road | 236 yd | |
| Lidl | Ffordd Tirwaun | 845 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Ffordd Tirwaun | 845 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Unit 1, Ffordd Tirwaun | 855 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 43.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.